*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.87%
3 providers - 0.43%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Westwood is comparable to the rest of New Jersey - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Westwood area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Westwood residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 85% of those living in Westwood.
There are four internet providers serving the Westwood area, and 99.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Westwood's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Optimum | 210 Mbps | 26 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 105 Mbps | 31 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Westwood.
The largest internet providers in Westwood are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Westwood.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Westwood residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 85% of the area. Westwood’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Westwood residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Westwood covering 98% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Westwood than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Westwood, $56.24.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Westwood, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in Westwood. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Westwood's providers, 348 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Westwood covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Westwood to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Westwood, $56.24.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Westwood, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Westwood. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Westwood's providers, 348 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Westwood covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Westwood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Westwood, $56.24.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Westwood, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Westwood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Westwood's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Westwood, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Westwood, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Westwood and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Westwood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Westwood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Westwood residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Westwood with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Westwood. The next fastest internet provider in Westwood is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Westwood with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Westwood, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Westwood, covering 98% of the city.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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